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As a locally-owned-and-operated company, our team of HVAC experts is dedicated to providing you with high-quality HVAC services. From water heaters to boilers and everything in between, we possess the knowledge and experience necessary to help you with any HVAC issue you may be experiencing.
One of the most integral parts of any HVAC system is the air conditioning unit. Whether you’re running a company or maintaining your household, the last thing you want to worry about is a faulty air conditioner. By properly maintaining your air conditioning unit, you can help ensure its longevity and efficiency. Our HVAC professionals are here to help you better understand how to maintain your air conditioning unit, and ensure it properly works for as long as possible.
One of the best ways to lengthen the lifespan of your AC unit is to properly care for it. Air conditioners are made up of many components that help the AC unit manage your desired indoor temperature. If you don’t properly maintain these components, you’ll notice that your AC unit will begin to work less efficiently, and you’ll also probably notice a spike in your utility bills. By regularly scheduling professional HVAC maintenance, your AC components will be checked thoroughly and replaced if necessary. Some of the easiest ways to care for your AC unit include:
Replacing air filters is one of the best ways to help your air conditioner run properly. When air filters become clogged, it forces your cooling system to work harder, resulting in higher utility bills. Many factors can affect how often your air filters need to be replaced, including if there are animals present, if you’re located in a particularly dusty area and if someone is present who suffers from allergies. During your maintenance visit, your Polar Bear Mechanical professional will check your air filters and replace any that are no longer working correctly.
An air conditioner’s coils collect dirt over time, and require periodic cleaning. When the coils become saturated with dirt, it becomes much more difficult for your cooling system to work properly and cool your indoor space to the desired temperature. If your AC coils are saturated with dirt and debris, then they won’t be able to absorb and transfer heat out of your space. Coils that aren’t properly maintained may lead to higher utility bills, decreased system lifespan, reduced comfort, increased operating temperatures and frequent repairs.
It’s important for the area surrounding your air conditioning unit to be free of debris and miscellaneous items. Make sure any leaves are raked away from your system and that you don’t have any items leaning up against the unit, which could severely block airflow. During snowy winter months when you’re not using your air conditioner, it can be extremely beneficial to cover the top of your unit with a piece of wood or heavy-duty plastic. This can be helpful in ensuring leaves and other debris don’t fall inside your unit and limit the airflow.
If your customers are complaining about the temperature inside your building, or your employees have been saying they notice the air isn’t blowing out as cold as it should be, then it’s time to call the Polar Bear Mechanical team. In order to have a properly functioning HVAC system, you need to schedule regular AC maintenance appointments.
While there are exceptions because every situation is unique, generally speaking, it’s important to have someone service your air conditioner at least once a year. This will help ensure all components are working properly and that your air conditioning unit is cleaned efficiently.
Our HVAC experts will perform a number of tasks to ensure the integrity of your A/C unit, including checking every component according to manufacturer’s specifications, testing the system for proper operation, inspecting evaporator coils, basic cleaning of the condenser coils, blowing out the drain line, checking refrigerant and replacing your air filters.
Yes! At Polar Bear Mechanical, our team is trained in both residential and commercial systems. Whether you’re experiencing HVAC issues at your business or in your home, we can adequately assess the situation and get your AC unit back into tip-top shape.
One of the most difficult parts of owning an HVAC unit is knowing whether it’s more worth it to repair or replace your system. Our knowledgeable team will discuss our findings with you during your AC maintenance appointment, and help you decide which option is more beneficial for you.
Professionally maintaining your air conditioning unit is extremely important. Some of the benefits that come with proper maintenance include increased efficiency & reliability, decreased utility costs and lengthened system lifespan. If you are on our preventative maintenance plan, we will guarantee that your system will not break down. If there is an issue we’ll come out for free and make you a top priority in our lineup, even in the middle of the summer.
Whether you have a commercial air conditioning unit or a residential air conditioning unit, our team of professionals obtains the skills and experience necessary to provide proper maintenance. The Polar Bear Mechanical team believes that everyone should have access to top-tier HVAC services, and we strive to provide the best HVAC services possible to the residents and business owners of Colorado Springs. If you’re ready to schedule your HVAC maintenance appointment and experience the benefits of an efficient air conditioner, contact us today!
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